Academics, when locking rhetorical horns, can toss off the most pointed barbs by deploying nothing more than an understated phrase, so it should come as no surprise that they are also prone to seeing snubs where none exist.
1.what is the meaning of the `` rhetorical horns``, ``pointed barbs``, `understated phrase`,?
2. what is the total meaning of the sentense

Which of these sentences would best express the main idea of a speech arguing that people should participate in a charity softball tournament? a) softball is a great way to get some much-needed exercise. eliminate b) the money raised by the tournament will local animal shelters. c) the tournament is a fun way to spend time with friends while a worthy cause. d) even if you don't have any softball experience, you can form a team and participate.

What steps best a reader determine the central idea of a text? select three options.

What pilgrim is portrayed as immoral and avaricious in the canturbury tales?